NFL and Houston Texans Superthread: Are we ready for some football?

John McClain says the Texans might be eyeing Brian Gaine from the Buffalo Bills as Rick Smith's replacement.

I'm not seeing a definitive news source saying Rick fired. Please provide a link. Thanks.

Go to Texans web page or tweeter feed for statement by Rick. Not fired, taking leave of absence

John McClain says the Texans might be eyeing Brian Gaine from the Buffalo Bills as Rick Smith's replacement. Originally Posted by nu2

What a slap in the face that would be. To replace him with the guy he fired

Yes. Rick smith NOT fired! He is at the Texans podium now. Says his title will be "Executive Vice-President."

His wife has cancer. She was diagnosed with cancer last September. These are very difficult times for him and his family.

In his interview, he emphasized the Texans have "a lot of work to be done."

He discussed the dynamics and responsibilities of his job.

He emphasized "roles an responsibilities" are still being discussed with Mr. McNair.

He states "the hiring of a G.M. is a fluid process."

Says he will "right" the ship.

He applauds the entire football operations staff.

He really knows how to be politically correct!

Best of luck to him and his family.

The Texans have received permission to interview Brian Gaines.

BOB at the podium now taking questions about the next potential G.M. He can't answer the media questions, merely saying " these guys are under contract."

http://www.houstonchronicle.com/spor...t-12470704.php

Texans give BOB a four year extension!

BOB and the new G.M. will be working five years together with Mr. Gaine's new contract.

How do you think Rick Smith feels about the Texans hiring the guy he fired as the guy to replace him. Going to be hard for him to get started with no first or second round pick thanks to Rick

Rick Smith never has to work again and probably never will.

Well if anybody isn't keeping up with the playoffs, here's what's happening......

Yesterday:

Eagles 15
Falcons 10
Eagles host the winner of the Saints/Vikings game for NFC Championship

Patriots 35
Titans 14
Patriots host the Jaguars(WTF) for the AFC Championship

Today:
Jaguars 45
Steelers 42
(I know DED is PISSED right now......)

Saints/Vikings game starts in a few.

I'm hoping the jags defense knocks Brady's teeth lose !

I'm happy - thrilled really - for Case Keenum.
But DAYUM! WTF with the Saints?!?!?

I'm happy - thrilled really - for Case Keenum.
But DAYUM! WTF with the Saints?!?!? Originally Posted by rdodger

That still was a damn good game. It belonged to the Saints after they came back from behind.....until that last play when the rookie defender did not touch the receiver after he caught the ball.